cashed
word · lemma: cash
Definition
The past tense of 'cash', meaning to exchange something, usually a check, for money. It can also mean turning assets or rewards into cash.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in banking and finance contexts, usually about checks: 'cashed a check'. Informal in slang: 'cashed' can mean exhausted (e.g., 'I'm cashed'), but that's rare. Most often literal exchange. Do not confuse with 'catch' or 'cash in' (slightly different).
Example Sentences
He cashed his paycheck at the bank.
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She cashed the check and used the money to buy groceries.
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I cashed my birthday check yesterday.
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They finally cashed in their lottery ticket after months of waiting.
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My grandpa always cashed his checks the old-fashioned way — at the local bank.
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By the time I got to the store, I realized I hadn't cashed my check yet.
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